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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19, Homecoming.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Estraven blackmail Shusgis?
(a) By telling him he (Estraven) is part of a plan to assassinate Genly Ai.
(b) By telling him he (Estraven) is part of a plan to assassinate Obsle and Yegey.
(c) By telling him that he (Estraven) was asked to assassinate him, but would rather protect him instead.
(d) By telling him he (Estraven) is part of a plan to assassinate Tibe.

2. What is the purpose of the parade upon which Chapter 1 opens?
(a) It celebrates the completion of the Arch of River Gate.
(b) It celebrates the Karhide Independence Day.
(c) It celebrates the King's ascension to the throne.
(d) It celebrates Genly's arrival.

3. What does Genly carry in the case that he brings to his meeting with King Argaven?
(a) Money and gifts that were sent by the Ekumen to the king.
(b) His ansible communicator and pictures.
(c) His ansible communicator.
(d) Pictures.

4. What is the climate on the planet Gethen, year-round?
(a) The planet experiences all four seasons.
(b) Cool and rainy.
(c) Warm and sunny.
(d) Cold and freezing.

5. What does Estraven do once he learns of his exile?
(a) Estraven writes to his former kemmering, telling him to sell certain valuables so that their sons will have money.
(b) He sends a telegram to Genly to ask for his help.
(c) He writes to his former kemmering to ask if he can join him in the Orgny Fastness.
(d) He attempts to murder Tibe.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Genly is captured and imprisoned in a work camp, what happens to him every five days and what is the consequence?

2. When Genly finally gets to Mishnory, whom does he find there?

3. Between which two domains is the blood feud in Chapter 9?

4. What is the period of time during which a Gethenian is sexually inactive called?

5. What do Estraven and Genly do when they arrive at the Bay of Guthen?

(see the answer key)

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